1972 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | AMC | Marcos |
| Model | Matador | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
